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The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp

Property class: 3

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A cozy wooden room with a bed, a table with a lamp, and a wood stove.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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49 Oban St, Glenorchy, Otago, 9372
  • Place, Lake Wakatipu
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Glenorchy Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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A cozy wooden room with a bed, a table with a lamp, and a wood stove.

Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Glenorchy

Located within a 5-minute walk of Glenorchy Golf Club, The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp is within a 15-minute stroll of Dart River Adventures. This 24-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Glenorchy Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dart River Adventures - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Wakatipu - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Glenorchy Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Akin - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Glenorchy Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Queenies Dumplings GY - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Glen’s Taphouse & Tapas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bold Peak Lodge - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp

The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp features free WiFi in public areas and a fireplace in the lobby. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide luggage storage, as well as offer insight about the area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 37 for adults and NZD 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of NZD 80; reservation required
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Base Camp Kitchen

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Null
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 37 for adults and NZD 25 for children
  • Hosted evening meal: NZD 80

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp Hotel
The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp Glenorchy
The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp Hotel Glenorchy

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp?

This hotel in Glenorchy is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Wakatipu, Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve, and Glenorchy Wharf. You'll also find Glenorchy Golf Club and Dart River Adventures less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp include a casino at the property?

No, The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, private picnics, and a bar/lounge.

Does The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Base Camp Kitchen.

Does The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp.

Does The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp?

The closest major airport to The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), which is about 20.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp.

The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were inviting, respectful, kind and welcoming. The room and shared use areas were clean and always available. Would recommend and happily stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025